Welcome to the Call for Session Proposals for our upcoming Annual FAUBAI 2025 Conference on the internationalisation of higher education, with a particular focus on fostering horizontal partnerships. Taking place in Brazil under the theme “Towards equitable and sustainable partnerships,” this conference promises to be a dynamic platform for exchanging ideas, forging connections, and driving positive change in the global education landscape.

We invite educators, researchers, practitioners, and leaders from Brazil, Latin America and the Caribbean and around the world to submit session proposals that align with our seven sub-themes:

1. Cross-Cultural Collaboration: Building Bridges Across Borders: Explore innovative approaches to promoting collaboration and understanding across diverse cultural contexts within higher education.
2. Innovative Models for Global Engagement in Higher Education: Share insights and best practices on new and effective models for engaging globally in higher education, fostering innovation, inclusivity and exploring decolonial approaches.
3. Empowering Local Communities: Sustainable Development through International Partnerships: Examine how international partnerships can empower local communities and contribute to sustainable development goals.
4. Equity and Inclusion in International Higher Education Initiatives: Address the challenges and opportunities for promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in international higher education initiatives.
5. Technology and Digitalisation: Enhancing International Collaboration in Education: Explore the role of technology and digital platforms in facilitating international collaboration, knowledge exchange and internationalisation at home opportunities in higher education.
6. Student Mobility and Exchange Programs: Nurturing Global Citizenship: Discuss strategies for enhancing student mobility programs and exchange initiatives to foster global citizenship and intercultural competence.
7. Community Engagement and Service Learning in International Partnerships: Highlight the importance of community engagement and service learning as integral components of international partnerships in higher education.

We welcome diverse session formats, including presentations, panel discussions, round tables, and interactive sessions that encourage active participation and meaningful dialogue.

Take advantage of this opportunity to showcase your expertise, share your experiences, and contribute to advancing the internationalisation of higher education. Submit your session proposal today and be part of shaping the future of equitable and sustainable partnerships in global education. Together, let’s make a difference!

The submission link will be available soon.